The New American Home 2010 is a single-family, custom-built home tailored to Las Vegas' hot-dry climate. The home is expected to consume 49% less energy (72% less with photovoltaic system contribution) than if it was built to 2006 IECC code. And it is expected to provide $3,376 in annual energy savings ($5,007 with photovoltaic system contribution) to the homeowner. To learn more, download the PDF of the 2010 brochure.
The New American Home is a real world laboratory that demonstrates the use of innovative building materials, cutting-edge design, and the latest construction techniques, providing production homebuilders with an example for producing more energy efficient, durable homes without sacrificing style. At IBACOS, we provide design and engineering support to the project to help ensure energy efficiency and innovation in The New American Home each year. Check out the latest editions of the brochure for the home below.
The New American Home 2010 Brochure
Set in the Kathryn Estates neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV, The New American Home 2010 is a two-story, five bedroom home featuring 6,078 square feet of living space. The space conditioning system is estimated to use 65% less energy for heating and 66% less energy for cooling than a home of similar size built to code (2006 IECC) in a hot-dry climate zone.
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The New American Home 2009 Brochure
Located in Las Vegas, NV, The New American Home 2009 features desert contemporary architecture and 8,721 square feet of living space. This home uses approximately 70% less energy for heating and 61% less energy for cooling compared to a home of comparable size in a hot-dry climate zone.
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The New American Home 2008 Brochure
Built in Orlando, FL, The New American Home 2008 is a 6,725 square foot plantation-style home. This home uses approximately 62% less energy for heating and cooling and 57% less energy for water heating compared to a home of comparable size in a hot-humid climate zone.
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The New American Home 2007 Brochure
Located in Orlando, FL, The New American Home 2007 is a three-story loft home with 3,733 square feet of living space. This home uses approximately 73% less energy for heating and cooling and 54% less energy for water heating compared to a home of comparable size in a hot-humid climate zone.
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The New American Home 2006 Brochure
The New American Home 2006 is a 9,500 square foot home built by Hannigan Homes Inc. in southwest Orange County, FL. One of the top benefits from the home is energy efficiency. It uses 61% less energy for heating and cooling and 50% less energy for water heating compared to a home of a comparable size in a hot-humid climate zone.
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